As another school year comes to a close, some OHS juniors are skipping the leisurely summer routine for immersive, hands-on programs that offer a preview of both collegiate life and future careers. From...

Over this past spring break, some students took the time to travel away from home and experience something new. Many students took the opportunity to use break to escape the unpredictable St. Louis weather,...

For many, Oakville is a quiet and comfortable place to call home. However, because of family circumstances, students Simon Thompson (12) and Cohen Flowers (12) had the opportunity to live abroad in a multitude...

When students think about their senior year, there are many events that come to mind. One in particular is a trip that most seniors plan a year in advance during their junior year: their spring break trip. “I...

This past month, several Oakville students were in a theater production of "Anastasia," the famous tale of the lost daughter of the Romanov family. She is separated from her family after the antagonist,...

According to sealofbiliteracy.org, the Seal of Biliteracy is an "award that is given by a school, district or state in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages...

This winter, OHS senior Jaina Mazdra competed in the documentary/short film competition category of the Thespys at the annual International Thespian Conference. In her documentary, “In the Wings," she...

Silver and gold, it's all around us. Whether it be a necklace, ring or piercing, it's no secret that jewelry is prevalent among our student body. Jewelry might be everywhere, but what does it mean, what...

For those of you who aren’t taken, Valentine's Day may feel lonely, but not for those who celebrate Galentine’s instead. Galentine’s Day is a replacement for the girls who don’t have that special...

Falling in love can happen in any place, at any time, even at a young age. "[My husband and I were] lab partners in AP Biology," English teacher Annaleise Czapla said. For some people, even if...

After 30 years, Stephanie Allen has found her own “special kind of magic” that drives her to continue her teachings at Oakville despite retiring a few years ago. ”I love the building. I love the...

With the new year coming around the corner, OHS students are studying for finals, teachers are grading and time is flying, but many are also making new goals in hopes to better themselves. “I want...